ROCHESTER, Minn. – Thousands and thousands of people will be heading to Rochester over the next nine days.

Friday night was the official kickoff for Rochesterfest. The annual summertime event has many things for basically anybody to do, that includes those who love sports, music, and yes even those who love food. Officials who put together the celebration say it’s important for our whole community. “So we want to make it a destination where people want to come and come to Rochesterfest. There are things for the whole family, people who like sporting activities, people who like animal activities,” Chair of Rochesterfest, Kathy Davis said.

For a full list of the events, check out Rochesterfest’s official website below: